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We celebrate the important role of the arts in a well-rounded education. In addition to the books read, tests taken and study groups formed that make up our students' academic growth, we also provide a wide range of cultural and intellectual opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Columbia State is continuing to monitor the latest news and recommendations regarding COVID-19. At this time, we do not have an exact return date. However, students should expect the College to be in virtual operations through the end of the spring 2020 semester.

Check your Columbia State email and your D2L/Online Campus account for notifications from each of your instructors. If by Tuesday morning, March 24, you have not received any emails, contact your instructors.

Several local broadband providers are offering free internet for 60 days. Visit www.ColumbiaState.edu/StudentResources to learn more. You should also explore other alternatives such as going to a friend’s house or using the internet at your workplace.

Students may drive to campus and use the college wi-fi from the parking lots at each campus. Students should maintain social distancing and not congregate with others.

Any students that are unable to complete their spring semester clinicals or labs due to the COVID-19 pandemic will receive an Incomplete. Students receiving an Incomplete will resume the clinicals and/or labs at no additional tuition once on-ground classes resume.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the spring 2020 commencement ceremony has been postponed. The College will continue to monitor the latest news and recommendations from public health officials with the hopes to announce an alternate date later in the summer.

Priority registration for summer and fall 2020 classes is April 6-7 for currently enrolled students. Open registration begins April 8 for all admitted students.

Currently enrolled students should review ChargerNet to remove any holds prior to April 6. Students are encouraged to contact their advisor if they are uncertain of what to take or have issues relating to the completion of Spring 2020 semester. First semester freshmen and new students should contact a College Success Advisor. All advising is online with virtual advising sessions available through Navigate. Visit www.ColumbiaState.edu/Navigate to learn more.

At this time, summer classes will be limited to online and live-streaming courses. On-ground classes may be added to the summer schedule at a later date. We anticipate Fall 2020 sections will be offered in the full array of delivery methods.

The college is hosting online orientations in April. The format of future orientation sessions will be determined based on the recommendations of public health officials. Visit www.ColumbiaState.edu/campus-life/orientation to learn more.

The drop/withdrawal date to get a refund for full term spring semester classes has passed. Classes are continuing to occur in online/alternate formats. A change in the delivery format does not change the refund policy. Please work with your instructors regarding any concerns or issues you have related to online classes.